Seafood Express Garlic Crab House

4269 Nw 12 St, Lauderhill, FL 33313

Seafood

Last inspected: Nov 15, 2023

Score

High Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 15, 2023. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. Public records show no inspections at Seafood Express Garlic Crab House since Nov 15, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around nine violations to closer to 12 violations per visit.

“Operating with an expired division of hotels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Seafood Express Garlic Crab House's 32 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 15, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 12 violations

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine 200+Ppm . Operator diluted rechecked 100 Ppm **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in Frigidaire freezer chest raw fish in contact and being stored in t shirt to go bags .

14-31-5

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired December 1 2020 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Emailed bulletin **Corrective Action Taken**

11-03-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed towel in hand washing sink in kitchen. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips. **Repeat Violation**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Observed no paper towels in employee restroom.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**

05-08-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed In-use utensil stored in standing water temperature 90F on shelf at front counter.

10-07-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Reviewed proper washing and sanitizing procedures.

16-13-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense cornmeal and rice

14-01-5

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use all around kitchen. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site**

21-10-4

Feb 8, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline - soup - holding for approximately an hour at 3pm (122-124F - Hot Holding). At 3:05pm, 200F. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12-1-2020. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

High Priority - Non-food grade terry cloth towel used as liner over cutting board for cut vegetables.

14-86-1

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cookline cutting board.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

16-13-5

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

22-08-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Seafood Express Garlic Crab House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Seafood Express Garlic Crab House on file is from Nov 15, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Seafood Express Garlic Crab House?

Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Seafood Express Garlic Crab House.

How does Seafood Express Garlic Crab House compare to other restaurants in Lauderhill?

Seafood Express Garlic Crab House most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Lauderhill average of 75.

Has Seafood Express Garlic Crab House's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Seafood Express Garlic Crab House have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Seafood Express Garlic Crab House means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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